Target Audience

Rheumatologists, orthopedists, trainees in the rheumatic diseases and internists with a special interest in rheumatology

Course Description

The annual Seminar in Advanced Rheumatology is an informative conference for rheumatologists, orthopedists, trainees in the rheumatic diseases and internists with a special interest in rheumatology. It will review and address those areas where recent, solid knowledge in the treatment of rheumatic diseases is available, focusing particularly on the state-of-the-art in rheumatology, at the leading edge between new clinical knowledge and its translation into practice. Rheumatology is a fast-moving field in which new discoveries are continually being made, and new treatment modalities developed. Because the basic and clinical scientific underpinnings of rheumatologic practice frequently and directly come to impact upon therapy, this course will also explore those areas of new science that are likely to prove important to the near-future management of patients with rheumatic disease.

8th Annual Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases See Details »« hide

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Activity Expires: 11/1/15 —214 days

Overview

Now in its eighth year, this symposium has been planned for the providers of care to patients with rheumatic diseases. Given the wide variety of rheumatologic disorders, and an ever-increasing number of diagnostic procedures and treatment options, it is necessary to provide clinicians with information about strategies for the early diagnosis of these conditions, novel state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, and opportunities to utilize the most effective treatments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.

The program is delivered to participants using a distance education platform. Didactic lectures are electronically captured and packaged with written materials (references, case studies, self-evaluation quizzes) covering a total of 16 critical care topics.

Activity Expires: 12/30/15 —273 days

Overview

Target Audience: The intended audience for the activity is rheumatologists, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists, sports medicine physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of patients with osteoarthritis.

Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of this activity participants should be able to:

Explain the pharmacology of NSAIDs.
Compare and contrast the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of different NSAIDs.
Choose an appropriate NSAID for a specific patient based on drug properties and clinical picture of the patient.

A Team Approach to Diagnosing and Managing Fibromyalgia See Details »« hide

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Activity Expires: 1/4/16 —278 days

Overview

Dr. Clauw presents the latest evidence-based best practices for the diagnosis and management of fibromyalgia, focusing on the challenges involved in proper assessment of this complex multifactorial disorder and the evolving pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapeutic treatment options. He provides practical advice on achieving patient outcomes for this often misunderstood condition.

Activity Expires: 2/1/16 —306 days

Overview

Subjects:

Switching to a New Epilepsy Drug: Is New Always Better?
Myasthenic Antibodies and Disease Phenotype
A Trial of Intracranial Pressure Monitoring in Traumatic Brain Injury-What Do We Do Now?
MRI to Visualize Progression in Parkinson''s Disease
EEG and MRI Findings in Children with Febrile Status Epilepticus

Activity Expires: 8/31/16 —518 days

Overview

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs and a distressing, irresistible urge to move them. Prevalence estimates for RLS in the United States range from 1.5 to 7.4 percent in adults.

The clinical course of RLS varies. Periods of remission are common, particularly in younger patients and those with milder disease. Severe RLS, however, can be a chronic progressive disorder that may require long-term treatment. Recommended treatments for RLS include nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic strategies.

Clinicians face uncertainty related to defining RLS, assessing disease severity, and evaluating the risks and benefits of treatment. While these challenges apply to both primary care and specialty settings, they may be more pronounced in primary care. This systematic review aimed to address some of these challenges and uncertainties.

Activity Expires: 8/31/16 —518 days

Overview

Vertebral osteomyelitis (VO) and spinal epidural abscess (SEA) are rare infections or inflammations of the bone, bone marrow of the spinal region, or epidural space. Although rare (2.4 cases per 100,000 persons annually), they are relatively easy to treat when recognized. However, failure to recognize, diagnose and treat it in a timely manner can lead to permanent paralysis. Unfortunately, diagnostic delays occur frequently, with reports of symptom onset to diagnosis ranging from 11 to 59 days.

This CME activity addresses the diagnosis and initial treatment of vertebral osteomyelitis, discitis or paravertebral abscess with or without spinal epidural abscess in adult patients. The CME activity does not address antimicrobial adjustments once microorganisms have been identified, or indications for surgery.

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